My dog's really, really itchy, and my vet hasn't been much help. She's got bumps, sores, and the occasional scab on her underside. Allergy treatments haven't been much help (barring prednisone which isn't really a long-term solution) nor have special skin-treatment foods. And she doesn't have parasites, either. I'm kind of at a loss. [more inside]
posted by shirobara on Oct 18, 2009 - 23 answers

I need tips for how to shave (or otherwise make hairless) my male genital area? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 1, 2009 - 23 answers

Is this yellow jacket sting normal? I have a doctor's appointment for later today. I'm not sure if I'm overreacting. I know my histamine response is! Pics and [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake on Sep 15, 2009 - 14 answers

ChiggerFilter: On July 4th I walked through tall grass to my neighbor's house, and came home with dozens of chigger bites at my waist, all over my thighs (front and back), hips, and posterior. I think I'm allergic, because despite all treatments, they're still itching over three weeks later. How much longer can this misery last, and how do I prevent scarring besides the obvious "not scratching"? [more inside]
posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy on Jul 27, 2009 - 20 answers

Why are my legs--especially calves--itching all the time? I know it's winter, so things are dry, but I moisturize religiously and it happens during the summer too. I've tried Bag Balm, Eucerin, body butters, shea butter, aloe, hydrocortisone, exfoliating, not exfoliating, Cetaphil, jojoba oil, cold showers, not using soap on them, not shaving, and not using stuff with cetyl alcohol in it. This has been going on for years now, getting steadily worse each year, and a dermatologist a while ago just told me to put on lotion. What next? [more inside]
posted by schroedinger on Jan 18, 2009 - 32 answers

I had a sleep study done, and my face has broken out horribly where the electrodes had been glued on. I have never had any sort of reaction on my skin quite like this, so ... what do I do? [more inside]
posted by tastybrains on Mar 31, 2008 - 8 answers

Why does the cold virus always make my index finger itch? [more inside]
posted by EL-O-ESS on Dec 13, 2007 - 10 answers

Help me. I think I'm allergic to my girlfriend.... [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie on Dec 11, 2007 - 25 answers

I've had a yeast infection/yeast infection + bacterial vaginosis one to two weeks before my period for every month since December. I've read all the old AskMe threads and tried the home remedies on this page. I'm about ready to start scheduling a monthly appointment with the doctor to get my dose of antibiotics and buying Gynelotrimin wholesale (I'm allergic to Monistat). Help! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2007 - 27 answers

gynfilter: i am itching and burning for no apparent reason. help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 10, 2007 - 11 answers

Please help me with my itchy and painful skin after a shower - it's driving me crazy!! [more inside]
posted by schmoo on Sep 28, 2006 - 28 answers

Why is my anus suddenly itching relentlessly? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 21, 2006 - 27 answers

I've been cursed with very dry skin. [more inside]
posted by koenie on Apr 18, 2006 - 39 answers

Why do my gums itch? [more inside]
posted by burhan on Jan 24, 2006 - 5 answers

Does anyone know what might make the tops of my feet itch in summer, and the backs of my hands itch in winter? [more inside]
posted by SharonC on Jan 3, 2006 - 4 answers

ObscureMedicalFilter: Why do my feet itch when I do the dishes? [more inside]
posted by Eideteker on Dec 14, 2005 - 31 answers

Allergic to this planet. [more inside]
posted by bitmage on Oct 13, 2005 - 16 answers

Delusional Itching Mites... [more inside]
posted by lunkfish on Mar 4, 2005 - 10 answers

Any experiences with using the medication Doxepin in treating the itching associated with eczema? [more inside]
posted by chiababe on Nov 20, 2004 - 6 answers